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40 of the best patios for outdoor dining in Nashville
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Nashville’s patios — which we’ve broken down by area.
April 22, 2026 01:46 PM
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Local music community, the Greater Nashville Music Census wants to hear from you
Nashville joins a cohort of 20 other US cities launching similar surveys to capture information about the local music economy.
March 1, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A black and white photo taken in March 1952 of the Tennessee Theater's two-level auditorium with stadium seating, projections on the walls, and a stage with a closed curtain.
Culture
Leap Day history: Things that happened in Nashville on Feb. 29
What were Nashvillians doing on Leap Days in 1928, 1952, and 1964? We dug through the archives to find out.
February 28, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
The entrance to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum's "American Currents" exhibition.
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Celebrate country music’s latest chapter at this new exhibition
From Taylor Swift and Allison Russell to Morgan Wallen and Luke Combs, this annual exhibition recognizes some of 2023’s most notable artists.
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A look down Broadway at night as people walk through the crosswalk and cars are stalled on the street. You can see Robert's Wester World, Jack's Bar-B-Que, and The Stage neon signs clearly on the exterior of the buildings.
Culture
Best places to have a good cry around Nashville
Who’s choppin’ onions in here?
February 23, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A group of people at an open mic night event in a darkly lit room at Love and Exile Winery and Bar in Nashville, TN.
Culture
Showcase your talent at open mic nights in Nashville
Comedians, singer-songwriters, poets, and more are invited to take part in open mic nights across Music City.
February 16, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
Museum guests walking through the Carving a New Tradition exhibition at the Frist Art Museum.
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Brushstrokes + block prints: a vibrant pairing at the Frist
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A mural featuring the silhouette of three heads with the word "Paramore" above "Record Store Day Ambassador 2024."
Culture
Paramore named 2024 Record Store Day ambassadors
Tennessee is in the spotlight again this Record Store Day, and “This Is Why.”
February 12, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A graphic of Nashville's skyline and the Cumberland River, layered with heart-shaped GPS pins over various buildings and landmarks.
Culture
Our readers’ local love stories
From first dates at the Belcourt Theater and First Horizon Park to a downtown proposal at Fifth + Broadway, here are your local love stories.
February 12, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A view looking down the middle of a Downtown Franklin street at sunset with green trees, shops, and cars lining each side. You can make out Franklin banners on the light posts and the marquee sign for Gray's.
Culture
Local Love event offers special discounts for Williamson County shoppers
Head to downtown Franklin this Valentine’s Day for the inaugural event, which features discounts from as many as 30 local retailers.
February 12, 2024
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Skylar Webb
An open metal contraption the size of a small SUV sits on a blue placemat on six wheels.
Culture
NASA model lands at Adventure Science Center soon
The new exhibit opens on Saturday, June 1 in addition to other updates.
February 9, 2024
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Skylar Webb
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Indoor golf entertainment venue planned for South Nashville
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Step into a floral wonderland this winter at Cheekwood
Orchids at Cheekwood (Jan. 25-March 2) brings sweeping displays to the Mansion and offers a variety of workshops hosted by The Cheekwood Gardening School.
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Food
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The new Hillsboro Village restaurant, located in the former KayBob’s Grill & Ale space, specializes in American cuisine made with local ingredients.
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Nashville startups we’re watching in 2025
Business is booming. Here’s why these six Nashville startups, covering industries from technology to food and beverage, are on our radar in 2025.
January 17, 2025
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A rendering of a hotel terrace with lounge chairs and round white tables overlooking neighborhood housing.
Real Estate
Nashville’s 12 South is set for its first hotel, The Gilmore
The new 12 South property operated by AvantStay is eyeing a spring opening at 1121 Gilmore Ave.
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‘Somewhere on Google Maps’ in Nashville
The “Somewhere on Google Maps” trend took social media by storm — let’s try it out in Music City.
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Tennessee Titans player Calvin Ridley after scoring a touchdown.
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See the winner of our 2024 Picture of the Year contest
The votes are in and the winner of the 2024 Picture of the Year has been decided.
January 15, 2025
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